Turkey & Greece

Grand Turkey & Greece Tour

22 Nights
Scenic, Cultural, Culinary, Romantic
Embark on a grand journey of Turkey and Greece complete with historic, cultural and culinary tours as well as island cruises
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Istanbul: 4 nights
DAY 1 1
Istanbul

Arrival

  • Private transfer from Istanbul Airport to your hotel with porter assistance
  • Check-in at your superior Istanbul Hotel
  • Evening at leisure in Sultanahmet district

DAY 2 2
Istanbul

History tour

  • Full-day private tour including Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace
  • Explore Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome Square, and Basilica Cistern
  • Guided visit to Suleymaniye Mosque and insight into Ottoman history

DAY 3 3
Istanbul

Cultural tour

  • Visit Ortakoy Mosque and Dolmabahce Palace with a private guide
  • Enjoy a 2-hour private Bosphorus cruise
  • Discover Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, and the Spice Market

DAY 4 4
Istanbul

Culinary tour

  • Taste your way through Karakoy and Kadikoy with a culinary expert
  • Cross the Bosphorus by ferry from Europe to Asia
  • Enjoy Turkish coffee, meze, street foods and cultural insights

Selcuk: 3 nights
DAY 5 5
Selcuk

Private transfer

  • Private transfer to Istanbul Sabiha Airport and domestic flight to Izmir
  • Arrival transfer from Izmir Airport to your hotel
  • Evening at leisure

DAY 6 6
Selcuk

Guided tour

  • Visit the Ephesus Ancient City, Terrace Houses, and Temple of Artemis
  • Stop at House of Virgin Mary and Saint John Church
  • Private guide throughout

DAY 7 7
Selcuk

Pamukkale Tour

  • Full-day excursion to Pamukkale and Hierapolis with private guide
  • Explore the Necropolis, Cleopatra’s Pool, and natural calcium terraces
  • Optional swim and return transfer to Selcuk hotel

Cappadocia: 3 nights
DAY 8 8
Cappadocia

Ferry

  • Private transfer to Izmir Airport and flight to Kayseri
  • Arrival transfer to your Cappadocia Cave Hotel
  • Evening at leisure in Goreme

DAY 9 9
Cappadocia

Sunrise balloon ride

  • Experience Cappadocia’s famous hot air balloon ride at sunrise
  • Full-day Green Tour including Underground City, Ihlara Valley, and Selime Monastery
  • Scenic stops at Pigeon Valley and panoramic viewpoints

DAY 10 10
Cappadocia

Red tour

  • Visit Uchisar Castle, Goreme Open Air Museum, and Monks Valley
  • Explore Love Valley and traditional pottery workshops
  • Full-day private tour with guide and vehicle

Athens: 2 nights
DAY 11 11
Athens

Flight

  • Fly to Athens with private transfers
  • Check in to your boutique hotel
  • Afternoon VIP Sunset Tour to Poseidon’s Temple via the Athens Riviera

DAY 12 12
Athens

Historical tour

  • Full-day private tour including the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus
  • Explore Plaka, Syntagma Square, and Hadrian’s Arch
  • Visit the Acropolis Museum with your expert guide

Milos: 3 nights
DAY 13 13
Milos

Ferry

  • Early ferry from Athens to Milos and transfer to your seaside hotel
  • Relax and enjoy Pollonia village

DAY 14 14
Milos

Kleftiko Cruise

  • Full-day sailing cruise to Kalogries, Sykia Cave, and Kleftiko
  • Swim, snorkel, and explore caves with lunch onboard
  • Scenic coastal views aboard a luxury yacht

DAY 15 15
Milos

Sunset tour

  • Afternoon road trip to explore Klima, Sarakiniko Beach, and Plaka
  • Admire the sunset from a panoramic viewpoint
  • Discover Milos’ geological and cultural highlights

Santorini: 3 nights
DAY 16 16
Santorini

Ferry

  • Ferry from Milos to Santorini and transfer to your hotel with a view.
  • Afternoon at leisure in Fira

DAY 17 17
Santorini

Food & culture tour

  • Explore traditional villages, tomato factory, and historic canavas
  • Sample local wines and enjoy a delicious meal at a taverna
  • Cultural insights with a local expert guide

DAY 18 18
Santorini

Catamaran cruise

  • 5-hour sailing experience with swimming, snorkeling, and sunset views
  • Enjoy Greek buffet and drinks onboard
  • Shared cruise with intimate group experience

Crete: 3 nights
DAY 19 19
Crete

Ferry

  • Ferry from Santorini to Heraklion and private transfer to Chania
  • Check-in to your hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure in the Old Town

DAY 20 20
Crete

Village tour

  • Visit traditional villages, cheese factory, and raki distillery
  • Enjoy tastings of local produce and a countryside lunch
  • Learn about Cretan culture and village life

DAY 21 21
Crete

Island cruise

  • Afternoon semi-private cruise to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon
  • Sunset views and swim stops included
  • Refreshments and snorkel gear provided

DAY 22 22
Crete

Departure

  • Private transfer to Chania Airport for your flight to Athens
  • End of your Grand Turkey & Greece journey

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Thank you to Bellarome for an incredible 5 days in Italy! They organised everything which left us with total peace of mind, allowing us to relax and enjoy the stunning history and beauty of Florence, Tuscany and Cinque Terre. Every aspect of our trip was fantastic. I would highly recommend Bellarome and would definitely use them again.
Becky Hindley
Becky Hindley
2023-05-20
In March we went to Rome to watch Italy v Wales, Six Nations fixture. We had a wonderful time in Rome and everything worked perfectly with flights, hotel, rugby match and transfers. We would definitely recommend Bellarome Travel to anyone planning to watch rugby in Rome. Also very impressed with the service before our trip, quick responses to any queries as well as all the information we needed. Thank you very much ! Jessica and travel party
Jessica Blanck
Jessica Blanck
2023-04-15
Mario and company made our adventure effortless, from accommodations to tours to transportation from place to place. The tour guides; Will, Dino, I apologize for forgetting the names of the others From Milan to Rome to Satorini to Mykonos to Athens. Their knowledge of the particular area was unparalleled. Would I tour with Bellarome again hell yes I’m looking forward to touring with them in 2024
William Sapp
William Sapp
2023-03-26
We just returned from a vacation planned by Daniel and the Bellarome team, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime! We have three sons, aged 21, 18 and 16, and we are all futbol/soccer fans, and a few of us enjoy history. Daniel understood this and planned an incredible ten-day adventure based in two cities, Manchester and London which included three soccer matches, four days of well-planned tours, reliable, on time transportations, and a special NYE dinner. We still had freedom to do some of our own sightseeing and plan our own restaurants. All in all such a fantastic experience for our entire family!
Amy Sullins
Amy Sullins
2023-01-07
Good service. Good choice on the menu. Nice.
Pam Peard
Pam Peard
2022-11-22
Great vacation with Bellarome Travel. It was all well arranged. We decided to use a tour company for our trip, to have the support on hand, especially after the last 2 years. Seeing tthe UK and Italy was an amazing experience and one we really needed Thank you Bellarome!
Berney Glynn
Berney Glynn
2022-10-07
Very quick and helpful staff…unfortunatley unable to priceed with the travel package they put together at this time..but will be going back to them.
Neil Glitherow
Neil Glitherow
2022-08-15
Bellarome Travel was recommended when our regular travel agent closed shop. So happy that we took the recommendation! We made our travel arrangements just before Covid hit and had to postpone our trip many times. Daniel, in particular, was a huge support to us as we dealt with all the cancellations and rescheduling, while he had to deal with the uncertainty of the effect of Covid on his own industry. Through it all he was kind, understanding, reassuring and supportive. We finally made a flawless trip in May 2022 thanks to Daniel. Highly recommend this company.
Florancetta Lowe
Florancetta Lowe
2022-07-14
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Ludovica Natalini
I was born and raised in Rome and with my family, I have visited all the regions of Italy and traveled to the best and most renowned places. We love food and wine and I have explored many wineries and eaten typical and local products.Growing up, my love for traveling brought me to Ireland, where I spent two amazing years studying, working, and traveling. When I returned to Rome I decided to work in the luxury travel industry, and I spent the last years working for 5-star hotels. I traveled all over Europe, learning about different cultures and lifestyles.I am an avid hiker and climber, and I love beautiful landscapes, cities, history, and museums—each one is unique. My current job allows me to work from anywhere I want, and I love it!
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